(Senior) Vice President (m/f/d), Index Management – Equity Rebalance

Company Description

Solactive AG is a FinTech company operating globally and growing at a fast pace, headquartered in Frankfurt. Since 2007, we develop tailor-made and multi-asset class index solutions for ETFs and other index-linked investment products for the leading global investment banks and asset managers as our clients. Flexibility, efficiency and providing the highest quality are at the heart and soul of our business philosophy. We are now hiring!

Job Overview

Are you passionate about investing, portfolio management, and capital markets? Do you keep a pulse on the latest trends in thematic & benchmark indices, ETFs, structured products and innovative investment strategies? We are looking for a resourceful self-starter with a quantitative academic background, professional experience in equity markets, derivatives, or index maintenance, and a curiosity for trends in investing. If you thrive on data-driven analysis, client collaboration, while bringing energy and interest to shape the future of the team, you will fit right in. Work with us in an international, fast-paced environment where analytical rigor meets clear communication.

Your Tasks

Business & Client Ownership

• Manage a broad portfolio of indexing business, ensuring quality, risk management, operational stability, and timely delivery across all rebalancing cycles.
• Serve as a senior trusted partner to institutional clients, strengthening relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and creating long-term value.
• Provide support and guidance for complex rebalances, market events, and high-impact client situations, exercising sound judgment under pressure.

• Own the execution of systematic, rules-based index selections for both Solactive and client indices.
• Drive the ongoing evolution and enhancement of investment models and selection methodologies.
• Support the strategic direction of the team by translating business priorities, market developments, and client needs into a clear roadmap for index management, infrastructure, and service delivery.

• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to colleagues, raising technical, commercial, and execution standards across the team.
• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, collaboration, resilience, learning agility, and continuous improvement.

Your Profile

Experience & Industry Expertise

• 7+ years of experience in investment management, asset management, portfolio management, trading, index management, or a related capital-markets environment.
• Degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Financial Mathematics, Economics, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of portfolio construction, market dynamics, and systematic investment strategies; direct investment or asset management experience is a plus.

• Proven track record of managing a significant book of business, balancing strategic priorities, risk, client outcomes, and operational execution.
• Experience building senior relationships with institutional investors and identifying commercial growth opportunities.

• Strategic thinker with strong communication skills and the ability to translate business needs into disciplined execution.
• Demonstrated judgment, integrity, accountability, resilience, and confidence in making decisions under pressure.
• Collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to build trust across functions and adapt to change.

• Proficiency in Python is required.
• Experience with VBA, MATLAB, or SQL is an advantage.

Our Offer

Competitive compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary package that reflects your experience, skills, and contribution to the team.
Modern working environment: Flat hierarchy, hybrid work model, healthcare coverage, modern Toronto office, and regular networking and social events.
Meaningful ownership: Take responsibility for important client relationships and initiatives, with the opportunity to influence how we deliver services.
Broad business experience: Gain exposure to financial markets, index products, data delivery, technology, and client relationship management.
International collaboration: Join a global team of approximately 50 nationalities with opportunities to collaborate across Solactive's offices.

Your Application

Interested? Don’t miss your chance and apply directly online by filling in the application form on our website. This role is for an existing vacancy. Please ensure you also upload your CV; a cover letter is optional. We look forward to receiving your application.

For further information, please visit: www.solactive.com/career/

Please note: no artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of candidates for this position.